South Elgin Store and Restaurant Injury Attorneys

Premises Liability Lawyers Representing Clients in Kane County

Restaurants and retailers have a duty to provide a reasonably safe environment for people on their premises. Owners or managers are required to monitor their property to identify and correct any potentially dangerous conditions. Due to high levels of traffic and activity in stores and restaurants, the opportunities for incidents that can result in injuries are much higher than in residential settings.

The attorneys at Ariano Hardy Ritt Richmond Lytle & Goettel P.C. have been helping victims of personal injuries for over three decades. We understand the legal concerns that affect people who have been injured while shopping at stores or dining at restaurants, and we work to ensure that our clients will be able to recover compensation for their damages. Call our premises liability lawyers at 847-695-2400 to schedule a free initial consultation.

Illinois Premises Liability Law

The Illinois Premises Liability Act outlines the duties that apply to those who own or have control of property. Owners have an obligation to correct hazards or warn visitors of potentially harmful conditions that the owner is aware of (or should be) unless the conditions are clear or obviously apparent. People who are injured because of hazards that should have been addressed may be entitled to recover compensation for damages for medical care, missed work, pain, hardship, and other issues.

Potential Causes of Restaurant Injuries

Injuries can occur in restaurants for a variety of reasons, including:

• Slip-and-Fall Injury : Food and drinks may be spilled on floors, making for slippery conditions. Staff members may mop floors, and when doing so, they may fail to place signs in these areas notifying people about the hazards caused by wet floors.
• Food Poisoning: Food may become spoiled, making it unfit for consumption. Improper handling or storage may lead to contaminations of foodborne illnesses, leading to serious harm to a restaurant's patrons.
• Food Allergies: Guests may have allergies that could put them at risk of harm, especially if they are not informed about the ingredients in foods. Staff members may be unaware of the presence of certain ingredients, or they may be poorly trained, leading them to provide inaccurate information to patrons. In some cases, foods may become cross-contaminated due to exposure to allergens.
• Burn Injuries: Spills of extremely hot beverages may occur in restaurants, causing people to suffer harm.
• Poor Lighting: A restaurant may have dimly lit areas due to maintenance failures. In some cases, dim lighting may be used for aesthetic purposes. Either way, poor visibility can increase the risks of tripping hazards or collisions.

Potential Causes of Retail Store Injuries

At grocery stores, department stores, shopping malls, and other retail stores, negligence and safety hazards can lead to injuries. Some of the issues that can put customers at risk include:

• Slip-and-Fall Accidents: Damaged inventory could result in hazardous conditions, such as spilled liquids in aisles. Businesses will have a responsibility to clear snow and ice from entryways and parking lots, and they may be liable for injuries that occur when people slip on floors that are wet due to snow that has been tracked in from outside.
• Falling Merchandise: Many retailers will display or store inventory on high shelves. If items are not stored properly, this may create the danger of falling objects, which can result in head injuries or other forms of harm.
• Tripping: Items may fall off of shelves and onto the floor, or they may extend into aisles or other walkways. Other tripping hazards may also be present, such as extension cords. People who trip on these hazards may fall and suffer injuries.
• Shopping Carts: Both manual and electric shopping carts have the potential for abrupt mechanical failures. Carts may tip over with children in them, or they may be involved in collisions that cause injuries.

Contact Our South Elgin, IL Restaurant and Store Injury Lawyers

Accidents that occur in restaurants and retail locations have the potential to cause devastating injuries. For decades, the lawyers at Ariano Hardy Ritt Richmond Lytle & Goettel P.C. have advocated for injury victims, helping them secure financial compensation through verdicts and settlements. For a free consultation, contact our Kane County retail store and restaurant injury attorneys at 847-695-2400. We serve clients throughout the Fox River Valley area from our offices in South Elgin and Huntley, Illinois.